Civil Services Kerala (കേരളം) PSC KAS Prelims Test Series 2025 General Knowledge Modern India (Pre-Congress Phase) India under East India Company’s Rule
Consider the following statements regarding reforms introduced by Lord William Bentinck (1828–1835):
1. He abolished Sati through Regulation XVII, 1829.
2. He introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal to stabilize land revenue collection.
3. He suppressed the practice of Thuggee.
4. He introduced English as the medium of instruction in India based on Macaulay’s recommendations.
5. He established the Indian Civil Service (ICS) to improve administrative efficiency.
How many of the above statements are correct?
1
All five
2
Only two
3
Only three
4
Only four